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HomeMy Public PortalAboutTOL PR 2015-03-24 Water Valve Exercise Program Town of Leesburg News Release For Immediate Release Leesburg Utilities Department Initiates New Water System Maintenance Program Leesburg, VA (March 24, 2015) – This spring and summer, the Town of Leesburg’s Utilities Department will begin a new preventative maintenance program for the water system infrastructure. This new program, known as a Water Valve Exercise Program, involves “exercising” each main line and service valve in specific distribution areas by closing and reopening the valves. The purpose of the program is to test the operation of the valves throughout the distribution system, assuring system reliability and water quality. Beginning in April and continuing through June, Utilities crews will close and reopen each valve, operating the valve through a full cycle and returning it to its normal position. In areas where valves are being closed, fire hydrants will be opened to ensure that the water in t he main line remains clear. Customers may experience some sediment or discolored water following the closing and opening of the water valves. If customers notice cloudy or discolored water, the Utilities Department recommends running several cold water taps at full force for a period of one to two minutes, until the cloudiness or discoloration disappears. It may be necessary to repeat this process after 30 minutes. In addition, the closing and opening of valves may introduce air into water lines which can cause temporary erratic water flow. Water Valve Exercise Program operations will take place April through June, between the hours of 7:00am to 2:30pm, Monday through Friday. The Town regrets any inconvenience this maintenance program may cause. If you have any questions regarding the Water Valve Exercise program, or have any concerns about water quality, please call the Leesburg Utilities Department at 703-737-7075. Contact: Betsy Fields Research & Communications Manager bfields@leesburgva.gov 703-771-2734 # # #